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I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of Auckland
(L-R) Tāmaki MP Simon O’Connor, Transport Minister
Simon Bridges and Mayor Phil Goff open the first
stage of the Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive Shared Path.
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Chair Acknowledgements
The success of this term was due largely To our Auckland Councillors – Chief Liaison
to the collective effort of many talented Auckland
Councillor Dr Cathy Casey, thank you for Council
individuals and it would be remiss of me to Summary
providing various opportunities Annual Report
to collaborate
not acknowledge and thank them for their 2016/2017
and for your continued support of our work
significant contribution. programme objectives. Our Liaison Councillor
Alf Filipaina, thank you for your leadership,
Firstly, to my fellow panel members, especially guidance and commitment to always prioritise
Deputy Chair Caroline (Ligi) Harris – thank our meetings and events amongst your other
you for your time, commitment and input. community responsibilities.
The discussions we’ve had over the term has
ThisRalph
Leaupepe Ta’ala coming year will be important for Auckland.
Elika,
been very insightful and practical, providing Finally, I would like to acknowledge and thank my
Leaupepe Ta’ala
Chair, PPAP We will be developing and consulting on the
Council with useful feedback across an array of fellow Chairs of the other Demographic Panels;
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which
proposals, will setandout
initiatives the
policies. Janet Clews (Senior Panel), Mary Schnackenberg
budget, policies and council work programme for (Disability), Julie Radford-Poupard and John
Ralph Elika
the next 10 years. Secondly, to our hard-working council aiga; Our Kingi (Rainbow), Sunil Kaushal and Jade Tang-
Principal Advisors Austin Kim succeeded by Taylor (Ethnic), Veisinia Maka and Damien Piilua
We know there will haveCarol
to be trade-offs
Hayward, between
Our Lead Officers Louise Mason (Youth). Throughout this term we have worked
BA/LLB
succeeded by Koro Dickinson,
what we want and need, and what we can afford. Our Deputy Lead together and supported each other on matters
Officer Nacanieli Yalimaiwai, Our Governance of common interest as many of our communities
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Advisors Luka Grbavac, Kalinda Gopal and Mike are the same.
MInstD
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
Giddey – thank you very much all for your time,
funding and infrastructure that
wise willand
counsel continue to usually going
commitment,
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
above and beyond what is expected.
Mayor of Auckland
Director Significant Distinctions in Leadership
I have a passion for people and through my 2019-current
foreign affairs work with the Pacific Cooperation Rotary, District 9920 (New Market)
Foundation and personal invitations to global
leadership summits, I have developed and 2015-current
maintained a strong network in both the public Fellow Royal Society for the Encouragement of
and private sectors in NZ, the Pacific and Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA)
Asia around economic development. These
opportunities have allowed me to connect 2016
with various leaders all around the world from NZ Delegate Inaugural Emerging Leaders
group CEOs and Prime Ministers to international Dialogue Asia (ELDA) in Malaysia (Johor
ambassadors and Royalty. I have established Study Tour)
these various relationships at different levels and
have learnt to manage these relationships for the 2015- current
benefit of the work I have done. Lead Speaker PwC Movers and Shakers
Senior Leadership Programme
Previously I worked as a solicitor for a boutique
commercial law firm in the Auckland CBD and 2014
later did prosecution work for the IRD. I built NZ Delegate Pacific Leadership Foundation (PLF)
a sports management business for 5 years Emerging Pacific Leaders Dialogue. Established
working with international sporting bodies under the auspices of Commonwealth Study
and grassroots community groups. I am an Conferences (Australia) Incorporated (PNG
innovative and transformational leader who Study Tour)
can quickly assess issues and create immediate
and sustainable solutions for different clients Current Trusteeships
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Mayor of Auckland
make Auckland a great place to live.
Phil Goff,
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Executive Summary PACIFIC PEOPLES ADVISORY
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
PANEL PRIORITIES
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
The PPAP designed its work programme
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
The Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel has focused its efforts based on Pacific peoples’ views and
the next 10 years. priorities and how these aligned with
on council priorities, major initiatives of the Auckland the Auckland Plan. The panel’s work
budget, policies and council work programme for
programme priorities were:
Plan, as well as systemic issues of importance to Pacific
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
a. increasing civic participation/
We will be developing and consulting on the
communities. The Panel has also continued to provide leadership of Pacific peoples within
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
and outside the council
strategic advice, and support council events/activities
b. Understand and positively influence
for Pacific communities, including but not limited to Council initiatives that promote
affordable quality housing and
Auckland’s annual Pasifika Festival. increased awareness of housing
2016/2017 options available for the Pasifika
Summary Annual Report community.
THE PACIFIC PEOPLES ADVISORY PANEL
Auckland Council
c. contribute to the council’s diversity
and inclusion strategy
The Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel provided We would also like to acknowledge the d. support the council’s health and well-
strategic advice on the needs of Pacific significant contribution of the following Panel being initiatives for Pasifika
communities and strengthening Pacific voices members who for various reasons resigned e. advise on council policies and
in the council’s initiatives and activities. Panel during the term but were still very active and strategies for environment and
members were supported by Liaison Councillor committed to the PPAP objectives when they sustainability
Cr Alf Filipaina. The current Pacific Peoples were part of the Panel: f. social issues including housing and
Advisory Panel members are: community safety
• Tammy Kingi
• Leaupepe Ta’ala Ralph Elika (Chair) • Taito Eddie Tuiavií g. arts and culture including traditional
• Caroline (Ligi) Harris (Deputy Chair) • Patrick Masina tattooing
• Sefita Hao’uli h. economic development including
• Jordan Kightley opportunities for Pacific peoples and
• Afa’ese Manoa youth participation.
• Fa’alavaau Helen Tau’au-Filisi
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Mayor of Auckland
make Auckland a great place to live.
Phil Goff,
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Achievements
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
the next 10 years.
budget, policies and council work programme for
The PPAP were heavily involved with a wide range of Council activities and initiatives.
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
Where possible, panel members took a portfolio or formed sub-groups to directly engage
We will be developing and consulting on the
with relevant staff for additional advice on specific issues outside their monthly fono
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
(meetings) for example The Southern Initiative (TSI) and Auckland Plan dialogue.
Below are some of the PPAPs major achievements.
2016/2017
Summary Annual Report
Auckland Council
Strategies, plans and policies The Southern Initiative (TSI) Housing Empowered communities’
approach
Inclusive Auckland Voter participation Community forums Engagement and partnership
and events with external partners
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STRATEGIES, PLANS AND POLICIES
Auckland Council
Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
1. The panel’s advice on council strategies and One of the bylaws dealt with tattooing and
plans enabled council to better capture the so the PPAP saw this as an opportunity to
voices of Pacific communities. Specifically, build relationships with the local boards out
panel members’ views helped to inform South. Therefore, the panel hosted a Health
THURSDAY 20 the Auckland Plan and the Long-term Plan and Hygiene Bylaw fono at Manukau Civic in
This coming year will be important
SEPTEMBER
6.00-8.00PM
MĀNGERE ARTS
for Auckland.
(LTP) 2018-2028. The PPAP supported the conjunction with the Mangere Otahuhu and
CENTRE THEATRE
We will be developing and consulting
West andon thePasifika fonos on the LTP
South Otara Papatoetoe Local boards. The purpose
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will setPlan
and Auckland outinthe
2018 by attending and of the first fono was to share about the scope
Health and Hygiene Bylaw supporting the facilitation. of the bylaw and the potential impacts on
Consultation budget, policies and council work programme for
Pacific Fono the traditional tattooing that was operating
the next 10 years.
We would like to invite you to the Health and Hygiene Bylaw Fono taking place on Thursday 20 September at the
Mangere Arts Centre Theatre to discuss proposed changes to the Bylaw. 2. In terms of polices and programmes, in Auckland as well as get the community’s
The fono will mainly focus on the Bylaw and Tatau. Currently the Bylaw requires Tufuga who provide Tatau to be licensed
by Auckland Council and comply with minimum standards.
the PPAP provided advice to council on feedback on the proposed amendments.
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
The fono provides an opportunity for the community to give feedback to Council on whether:
•
community, recreation, leisure, art and
Tufuga who provide Tatau should continue to be licensed and comply with minimum standards
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
• the proposed new wording in the Bylaw is more culturally appropriate than the current wording.
cultural services of interest to Pacific 4. A second Fono was held out in the Mangere
A final decision on proposed changes will be made in November 2018. Any relevant minimum standards for Tatau will be
reviewed in consultation with Pacific communities in 2019.
5.30pm
6.00pm
Attendee arrival
Welcome and presentations
I look forward to hearing what’scommunities
7.00pm
7.45pm
Discussions
important from
such
Wrap up/discussion reflections
as the Sports Community Arts Centre and this too was
6.40pm Break and light refreshments
Registration
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
8.00pm Event Finish
Investment Plan. well attended and done in partnership with
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
To ensure the event is suitably catered for, please register for this event by using this link. Registrations close on Monday
17 September at 5.00pm. the local boards.
Philbylaws,
Goff,
Alternatively, please email healthandhygienebylaw@aucklandcouncil.co.nz or call 09 301 0101
3. The panel offered advice on various
make Auckland a great place to live.
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/haveyoursay
healthandhygienebylaw@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
including the Health and Hygiene Mayor
Bylaw. of Auckland
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HOUSING
Auckland Council
Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
6. Housing has been of significant interest 8. In addition the Chair on behalf of the PPAP
to the panel as Pacific peoples are had opportunities to share Pasifika concerns
disproportionately affected by unaffordable around housing directly with the Mayor and
housing, the under-supply of emergency other councillors at council meetings. The
housing and homelessness. message was consistent and was a key point
of advocacy for the PPAP.
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
7. The Panel contributed regularly to forums
We will be developing and consulting on the
where housing was discussed including
On Thursday 18 April the Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel will be co-hosting a 9. The PPAP and council co-hosted a
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will setpanel
out recommendations
the
debate with Auckland Council on “Auckland – is it the best place for Pasifika to live?”
the combined
The facilitated panel of well-known political, economic and cultural commentators will cover issues important to
Pasifika peoples and relevant to living and working in Tāmaki Makaurau: housing affordability, belonging and civic
community debate on “Auckland – is it
budget, policies and council work programme for Plan focused on
participation.
for the LTP and Auckland
Following the debate the Panel will summarise key points and suggest recommendations on how Auckland Council
can address the issues raised and explored during the debate.
the best place for Pasifika to live?” in April
A bit about our panel
the next 10 years. addressing Housing and Transport matters
The Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel advises Auckland Council on its strategies, plans and policies to deliver better
outcomes for Pasifika peoples. The panel strives towards building a stronger connection between Auckland’s Pacific
2019. The debate was well-attended by the
communities and the council.
of concern to our communities. public, live streamed to the community and
How you can get involved
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
Members of the public are welcome to attend or livestream the debate. Come and listen to a dynamic debate on the
issues that are very real for Pasifika communities living and working in Tāmaki Makaurau.
generated constructive media commentary.
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
For planning purposes (seating and food), please register your attendance by emailing the following
Sonya.Inger@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz by Tuesday 16 April.
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Key details
What: Debate: Auckland – is it the best place for Pasifika to live?
Co-hosted by the Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel with Auckland Council’s
Where:
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
Community Development and Safety Committee.
Western Springs Garden Community Hall
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
When: Thursday 18 April, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Phil Goff,
Livestream: http://councillive.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of Auckland
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EMPOWERED COMMUNITIES’ APPROACH
Auckland Council
Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
10. The PPAP advocated and continued
to encourage council to step-up its
engagement and communication with Pacific
communities through the empowered
communities approach initiative. The
PPAP’s views were reflected in the council’s
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
Engagement Framework which was signed-
We will be developing and consulting on the off in December 2018.
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
budget, policies and council work programme for 11. The PPAP hosted a Youth Fono in May
the next 10 years. 2018 in Henderson to discuss employment
pathways to council. Pasifika Staff from
We know there will have to be trade-offs between council’s cadet, internship and graduate
programmes were present to share their
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
experiences of working at council.
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of Auckland
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Auckland Council
Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
INCLUSIVE AUCKLAND
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
12. The PPAP provided constructive advice
on the council’s diversity and inclusion
We will be developing and consulting on the
framework to ensure the framework
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
reflected a Pacific-world view (alongside
budget, policies and council work programme fordiverse and inclusive views). With
other
the next 10 years. the aim of having a positive impact on
Pacific communities, for example enhancing
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
the ‘belonging’ outcomes reflected in the
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
Auckland Plan, as well as supporting the
diversity and inclusion initiative to improve
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Pacific representation on council-controlled
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on organisation boards.
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of Auckland
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VOTER PARTICIPATION
Auckland Council
Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
13. The PPAP is keen to support and ensure 14. This is reflected in the final public meeting
PACIFIC PEOPLES council takes a proactive and effective
approach to increasing voter turnout from
for the PPAP which will focus on the coming
elections and the importance of voting
PANEL FONO Pacific communities (of all age brackets) in to determine our city leadership
This coming year will be the upcoming
important 2019 local body elections.
for Auckland. moving forward.
Strengthening
We will be developing and consulting on the
Auckland’s
PACIFIC Pasifika COME TO
PEOPLES
PANEL FONO: Long-term
Voice Plan 2018-2028
THE NEXT
FONO!
which will set out the
Have you ever thought about the
neighbourhood you live or work in?
budget, policies and council work programme for
You are invited to attend the last
Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel fono
The frequency of your public transport, before the upcoming local
safety in your communities or the quality
of your nearest park?
the next 10 years. government elections.
Come and engage in the issues that are very
These things are decided by people elected real for our Pasifika communities.
to the Auckland Council. Their decisions affect
us every day. They shape how your
What
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
neighbourhood, community and city looks and
how it functions. Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel Fono
Strengthening Auckland’s Pasifika’s Voice.
Let’s come together to strengthen Auckland’s Pasifika
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
Voice and ensure Tamaki Makaurau is an awesome Where
place to live, study and work for our
future generations. Metro Theatre, Main Hall, 362 Massey Road,
Mangere East
Your Pacific Peoples Panel
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
The Pacific Peoples Advisory Panel advises Auckland
Council on its strategies, plans and policies to deliver
When
Wednesday 28 August 2019
better outcomes for Pasifika peoples.
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
The panel strives towards building a stronger
connection between Tamaki Makaurau’s Pasifika
Time: 5.30pm for a 5.45pm start.
The Fono will be finished by 7:30pm.
Supper will follow the conclusion of the Fono.
communities and the council.
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of AucklandPacific Peoples | 11
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COMMUNITY FORUMS AND EVENTS Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
15. Aside from the community forums and
events already mentioned, the PPAP sought
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
updates and gave regular advice to ATEED
We will be developing and consulting on theregarding the annual Pasifika Festival. This
engagement was from 2017 – 2019.
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
budget, policies and council work programme for
the next 10 years.
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of AucklandPacific Peoples | 12
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Achievements
Auckland Council
Summary Annual Report
2016/2017
ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIP
WITH EXTERNAL PARTNERS
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
16. The panel partnered with central b. Partnering with the Ministry of Foreign
We will be developing and consulting on the
government and other external stakeholders Affairs and Trade to facilitate a Pacific
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
to improve and empower government and leaders roundtable discussion with
budget, policies and council work programme
community for
initiatives for Pacific peoples. the United Nations Secretary General
the next 10 years. This included:
Antonio Guterres in May 2019
We know there will have to be a.trade-offs
Endorsingbetween
the Auckland Council- c. Engaging with the Pacific Media
Ministry for Pacific Peoples
what we want and need, and what we can afford. Network for community events to
Memorandum of Understanding in May ensure that PPAP and Council initiatives
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
2019. This had a specific focus on the are widely communicated through their
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work
diversity andon
inclusion initiative relating various communication platforms to
funding and infrastructure that will
to continue
appointments toto CCO Boards maximise community engagement.
Phil Goff,
make Auckland a great place to live.
Mayor of AucklandPacific Peoples | 13
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Mayor of Auckland
make Auckland a great place to live.
Phil Goff,
Recommendations
funding and infrastructure that will continue to
Aucklanders so we can plan and start work on
I look forward to hearing what’s important from
what we want and need, and what we can afford.
Over this term we have learnt a few valuable lessons and would like to make the
We know there will have to be trade-offs between
following recommendations for the next PPAP: the next 10 years.
budget, policies and council work programme for
Long-term Plan 2018-2028 which will set out the
1. Be committed and flexible to the 3. Use the allocated panel funds
We will be developing and consulting on the
demands of the role. to invest early in appropriate
This coming year will be important for Auckland.
consultants and contractors that
The three-year term outlines a monthly
meeting for the panel but a lot of the will allow you to focus on your core The key is that
role and responsibilities.
work occurs outside of this with different
engagements with Council and the
members can be part
An example for this term has been the
community. The more visible the members partnership with the Pacific Media Network of something they
are at these various engagements the more that has allowed the panel to focus on the
are passionate about
2016/2017
traction you gain when advocating for
Summary Annual Report delivery of key events without having to
priorities that are important to the panel. worry about community communications
and strategically this
Auckland Council
as they have the platforms and expertise
2. Put yourself forward as a to inform our community and get
representative for the panel when them involved. allows for efficient
the opportunity presents itself.
4. Turn up to meetings prepared. but effective panel
This is connected to commitment, but
the key is that members can be part of This is obvious but is still a lesson that needs involvement across
something they are passionate about and to be mentioned. When the information for
strategically this allows for efficient but the upcoming meetings is received please different groups and
effective panel involvement across different take the time to read and digest the
groups and subcommittees. information so that the meeting is subcommittees.
ultimately more focused and productive
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